A5046070211- Spaceflight effects on biology
- Outdoor and Experiential Education
- High Altitude and Hypoxia
- Adventure Sports and Sensation Seeking
- Global Health and Surgery
- Team Dynamics and Performance
- Global Health Workforce Issues
- Vitamin D Research Studies
- Bone health and osteoporosis research
- Vitamin C and Antioxidants Research
- Cardiovascular and Diving-Related Complications
- Dental Education, Practice, Research
- Polar Research and Ecology
- Attachment and Relationship Dynamics
- Maternal and Perinatal Health Interventions
- Muscle metabolism and nutrition
- Space Exploration and Technology
- Arctic and Antarctic ice dynamics
- Career Development and Diversity
- Surgical Sutures and Adhesives
- Circadian rhythm and melatonin
- Sleep and Work-Related Fatigue
- Veterinary Practice and Education Studies
- Behavioral Health and Interventions
- Salivary Gland Disorders and Functions
Australian Antarctic Division
2010-2024
Australian Government
2008
Abstract Antarctic and Southern Ocean science is vital to understanding natural variability, the processes that govern global change role of humans in Earth climate system. The potential for new knowledge be gained from future substantial. Therefore, international community came together ‘scan horizon’ identify highest priority scientific questions researchers should aspire answer next two decades beyond. Wide consultation was a fundamental principle development collective, view most...
More than three-quarters of Australia is classified as geographically remote. Remote areas are characterised by geographic isolation, cultural diversity, socioeconomic inequality, resource inequity, Indigenous health and a full range extreme climatic conditions. Although several descriptive definitions have been developed for "remote health" practice", medical practice" or medicine" not previously published. In 2007, working group doctors academics with experience in remote medicine was...
The Antarctic environment presents an extreme variation in the natural light-dark cycle which can cause variability alignment of circadian pacemaker with timing sleep, causing sleep disruption, and impaired mood performance. This study assessed incidence misalignment consequences for cognition, psychological health 51 over-wintering expeditioners (45.6 ± 11.9 years) who completed daily diaries, monthly performance tests questionnaires 6 months. Circadian phase was via 48-h urine collections...
The effect of a year's isolation in Antarctica on the human mucosal immune system was assessed during winter 1992 at three Australian Antarctic stations: Casey, Davis and Mawson. Saliva samples were collected from each expeditioner prior to their departure Australia month Antarctica. concentrations salivary immunoglobulins IgA IgG significantly different between stations, but there no differences for IgM albumin. mean higher Mawson ( P < 0.008), lower 0.001) compared with other stations....
A study to assess the potential exposure solar UV radiation of expeditioners on Australian Antarctic resupply voyages was carried out over Austral summers 2004/2005 2006/2007. Subjects wore UVR-sensitive polysulphone (PS) badges chest for duration their working day, which generally ranged from 5 10 h, but could be as long 14 h. Measurements were during unloading two vessels while they at three stations. The subjects standard Division clothing assemblages, although face and hands in some...
Abstract Although existing research regarding the experience of Antarctic employment has primarily focused on absence period (i.e. time in which expeditioner physically works Antarctica), it been repeatedly demonstrated that majority expeditioners positive outcomes associated with their ‘on ice’ despite transient (and frequently subclinical) physical, psychological, and social difficulties. Research strategies directed towards individual have not able to fully account for processes...
Abstract Individuals in isolated and extreme environments can experience debilitating side-effects including significant decreases fat-free mass (FFM) from disuse inadequate nutrition. The objective of this study was to determine the strengths weaknesses three-dimensional optical (3DO) imaging for monitoring body composition either simulated or actual remote environments. Thirty healthy adults (ASTRO, male = 15) twenty-two Antarctic Expeditioners (ABCS, 18) were assessed composition. ASTRO...
The mucosal immune status of Australian Antarctic personnel was monitored during six wintering expeditions at two Research Stations, Casey in 1992, 1993, 1994, and Mawson 1995, 1996. Salivary immunoglobulin albumin levels were examined for differences between stations expeditions, monthly changes over the expedition year. IgA IgM concentrations on average higher 1993 expeditioners, all salivary protein lower 1996 expeditioners compared to other expeditions. change 1‐year period revealed a...
Early Antarctic expeditions were plagued by nutrient deficiencies, due to lack of fresh food and reliance on preserved foods. Modern expeditioners also require provisions be shipped in, but improved knowledge storage options ensure foods are nutritionally sound. Despite this, nutritional imbalances observed.To determine the adequacy dietary intake expeditioners, with reference bone health.Dietary was determined 225 adults (mean age 42±11 years, 16% female) during 12-month deployments at...
Extreme weather conditions and geographical isolation are among many factors that render Antarctica a challenging environment for employees to sustain optimum levels of functioning. However, challenges associated with Antarctic employment can extend beyond their time "on the ice" influence post-Antarctic adjustment. The current study investigated predictors positive negative psychological change reported by expeditioners 2 12 months post-return from "the identify adjustment following...
To help prevent future morbidity and mortality, this study examined Australian Antarctic expeditioners' first aid credentials self-efficacy in providing emergency extreme environments.A mixed method survey assessed personnel working on stations. Volunteer participants (n = 83) provided data training, self-confidence of readiness, preparations. The Extreme Conditions First Aid Confidence Scale (EC-FACS) was developed validated for study. Multivariate analyses tested associations between...
Abstract It has long been argued that mood fluctuation patterns in Antarctic expeditioners are largely homogeneous. This research investigated throughout all the stages of deployment using latent class growth analysis. Utilising advanced statistical methods, such as analysis, can greatly help identifying if experienced by homogenous, and provide insight into patterns, which was not possible with traditional group-based quantitative methods. Gaining a greater assist development,...
Effective negotiation in relationships is critical for successful long-duration space missions; inadequate conflict resolution has shown serious consequences. Less desirable forms of negotiation, including positional bargaining (eg, negotiating prices), can exacerbate conflicts. Traditional may work simple, low-stakes transactions but does not prioritize ongoing relationships. High-stakes situations warrant interest-based where parties with competing interests or goals collaborate a mutually...